EMCOR Group Inc (EME)vsAT&T Inc. (T)
EME
EMCOR Group Inc
$817.44
-3.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $36.65B
T
AT&T Inc.
$22.75
-1.92%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $161.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc. generates 613% more annual revenue ($126.53B vs $17.75B). T leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 7.5%. EME appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.44. EME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EME
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
T
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EME.
Margin of Safety
+15.7%
Fair Value
$27.48
Current Price
$22.75
$4.73 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
19.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.4x book value
7.5% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EME
The strongest argument for EME centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 22.7%.
Bear Case : EME
The primary concerns for EME are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EME profiles as a growth stock while T is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EME carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
EME is growing revenue faster at 19.7% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EME scores higher overall (66/100 vs 64/100) and 19.7% revenue growth. T offers better value entry with a 15.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
EMCOR Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
EMCOR Group, Inc. provides electrical and mechanical installation and construction services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
AT&T Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
AT&T Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate holding company, Delaware-registered but headquartered at Whitacre Tower in Downtown Dallas, Texas. It is the world largest telecommunications company, and the second largest provider of mobile telephone services.
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